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I thought it was interesting listening to one of Andy's interviews (not sure which one but I think it was sound only) when he said that he would be prepared to bet his winnings from Cincinatti that Fed, Rafa and Novak would all be fully fit and recovered for the US Open.
He's not kidding himself, and he's not letting anyone think that it could be an easier ride for him.

Having said that.....I've got a feeling it could happen this year

Originally Posted by Golden Lady

Thanks for the links everyone.

I too thought it interesting to hear Andy being so certain that Fed, Rafa and Novak would be fully fit for the Open and I'm sure that he's totally right! Still, at this point in time, Andy is in the best shape and I'm sure he'll be fully prepared come next week. It's going to be interesting to say the least!

Originally Posted by lynne

http://espn.go.com/sports/tennis/blog/_/name/bodo_peter/id/6883916/that-murray-sure-hard-figure-out ...........posted this for Pam think she will like the take on this! :D

Originally Posted by Pam

Originally Posted by lynne

http://espn.go.com/sports/tennis/blog/_/name/bodo_peter/id/6883916/that-murray-sure-hard-figure-out ...........posted this for Pam think she will like the take on this! :D

ESPN - Stealing Murray's thunder http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/107186.html
"The last time Murray flew to New York with the Cincinnati title in his hand luggage, he went on to reach his first grand slam final, falling to Federer at Flushing Meadows. Murray described last week as the "perfect preparation" for the US Open, and he will hope he can translate his successes on the hard court in Ohio to grand slam glory in New York."

Crumbs - I hope all the hype won't jinx him into going out in the first round!!!

Originally Posted by Alis

My feeling too Pabbers - much prefer Andy to come in under the radar.

Originally Posted by ljs

thanks for the links everyone .
I dont like it when Andy is favoured to win either , but hopefully hes keeping away from all this , and staying focused on what he needs to do.
Im cautiously optimistic , well thats what Im saying anyway but deep down Im SO EXCITED !!!

Originally Posted by Linda

It certainly seems from all those reports as though a lot of people are tipping Andy for the title! So I just checked the odds at bet365 and they still have Nole as favourite, with Rafa 2nd and Andy a very close 3rd. Fed in 4th.

I think this is a very interesting article. Although to me he comes to the wrong conclusion (a Fed-Nadal final, whereas I am expecting Djoko-Murray) I think most of his analysis is very good. Real Clear Sports

Originally Posted by JAMES4578

A few good articles, thanks Cazza and Linda!

Originally Posted by cazza99

Sporting Life - MURRAY PLAYS IT SAFE AS IRENE LOOMS
"Andy Murray was left in no doubt how seriously New Yorkers are taking Hurricane Irene when he found himself queuing for two and a half hours at the supermarket."

Guardian - Andy Murray looks to learn from past US Open disappointments
"Djokovic's success has in part been attributed to cutting gluten out of his diet, and Murray has made a similar change after discovering he is intolerant to gliadin, a glycoprotein involved in the production of gluten. The Scot admits it has its challenges but he has been amazed by the difference it has made to his energy levels."

Telegraph - US Open 2011 Diary – welcome to the bagel shop- by Alexandra Willis
"Robin Haase is a very sweet-natured Dutchman with a lovely smile. But let that not delude you that he can be swimming shark, his huge serve and groundstrokes meaning that Murray can’t afford to stand at the back of the court and swat.Will be a good test of where Murray’s return game is at."